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A natural substance found in birch bark may boost your metabolic health, recent research[1] from the journal Cell Metabolism shows. In tests on mice, scientists discovered that a compound called betulin may help cut cholesterol levels[2], prevent diet-induced obesity[3], protect against insulin resistance[4], and reduce risk of atherosclerosis[5]. For six weeks, researchers ... Continue Reading
ScienceDaily (Jan. 4, 2011) — An ingredient found in abundance in birch bark appears to have an array of metabolic benefits, according to new studies in animals that are reported in the January issue of Cell Metabolism, a Cell Press publication. In mice, the compound known as betulin lowered cholesterol, helped prevent diet-induced obesity, and improved insulin sensitivity. ... Continue Reading
